JATHIYA NAPIER
Edison
Summary
Highly-accomplished solutions-driven law enforcement professional with Mental Health Technician Certification in progress and vast background of relevant skills and experience assisting/counseling diverse groups of people in difficult situations, including mental health emergencies. Dedicated with knowledge of human behavior/performance and adept at working with others to create preventative solutions to problems. Seeking to transition to an entry-level mental health professional position which allows for growth of knowledge and practical skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Supervisor
City of East Orange
12.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of law enforcement personnel to ensure compliance with department policies.
- Coordinated training programs for new recruits, enhancing team effectiveness and operational readiness.
- Managed incident response strategies, optimizing resource allocation during high-stress situations.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing actionable feedback to improve officer skills and morale.
- Implemented crime prevention programs, reducing local crime rates through proactive measures.
- Developed comprehensive policies and procedures for officer conduct, ensuring departmental consistency and professionalism.
Detective
City of East Orange
01.2019 - 12.2025
- Executed evidence collection at crime scenes, including body fluids, photographs, and fingerprints.
- Analyzed complex problems to facilitate effective planning and prioritization of investigations.
- Executed comprehensive research and data collection to facilitate thorough investigations.
Law Enforcement Officer
City of East Orange
01.2003 - 01.2019
- Supported physical and mental well-being of the community by referring people to community services and recommending options and courses of action to facilitate solving various long- and short-term problems.
- Dealt directly with people by collecting, assessing, storing information and determining circumstances, as well as using knowledge of human behavior to handle complaints, negotiate/settle disputes and resolve conflicts.
- Determined appropriate response requirements through evaluation of complaint and emergency request information. Skillfully compiled/recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities.
- Mastered coursework/gained knowledge in areas of human behavior and performance, learning and motivation, personality and individual differences, and assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, understanding and active listening abilities with high degree of empathy as well as multicultural sensitivity to assist parents in counseling children with behavioral issues.
- Counseled 2 women in emotional distress and contemplating suicide, one woman with a gun and one by taking action to diffuse the situation (she prevents any further engagement). Received expression of gratitude for my efforts.
- Contributed to life saving measures and received gratitude of supervisor and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff and by performing CPR and assisting EMS in saving life of heart attack victim.
- Recognized for exceptional performance and awarded commendation for apprehension of robbery suspect.
Education
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Facilitated effective communication through active listening techniques
- Applied analytical reasoning to evaluate complex problems and develop effective solutions
- Cultivated social understanding to enhance interpersonal relationships and communication
- Facilitated conflict resolution processes to enhance team collaboration
- Cultivated multicultural sensitivity to enhance team collaboration and inclusivity
- Demonstrated strong empathy in client interactions to foster trust and rapport
- Facilitated client development through effective counseling techniques
- Assisted in implementing interventions to support team objectives Collaborated with colleagues to enhance project outcomes Provided resources and guidance to facilitate effective problem-solving
- Assisted teams in achieving project goals through effective collaboration Supported project managers in coordinating tasks and timelines Contributed to team discussions to enhance project outcomes
- Executed strategic planning and organizational initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
- Authored comprehensive reports to convey critical information and insights
- Cultivated emotional intelligence to enhance team collaboration and communication
- Executed problem-solving strategies to identify and resolve operational challenges
- Exercised sound judgment in decision-making processes
- Executed strategic decision-making processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Facilitated effective interpersonal communications to enhance team collaboration
- Collected and assessed information to support project objectives Facilitated data gathering processes to enhance team decision-making Assisted in evaluating project requirements to ensure alignment with goals
- Facilitated discussions to reach agreements among team members Collaborated with stakeholders to identify common goals and resolve conflicts Supported negotiation processes to achieve favorable outcomes
- Assisted in developing persuasive communication strategies to engage stakeholders effectively Supported team members in crafting compelling presentations to influence decision-making Collaborated with colleagues to enhance messaging for marketing campaigns
- Cultivated and strengthened professional relationships to enhance collaboration
Timeline
Police Supervisor
City of East Orange
12.2025 - Current
Detective
City of East Orange
01.2019 - 12.2025
Law Enforcement Officer
City of East Orange
01.2003 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement
New Jersey City University